Sensors & Electronics
Nuclear Radiation Sensors
Preconcentration to Increase Sensitivity (159)
Problem: The use of complex, poorly-performing separation processes hinders sensitive signature detection
Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Mechanisms through Instruments
PNNL Solution:
- Adapted simple, thermally driven isotope separation technology for analyte preconcentration prior to measurement
- Understood process physics
- Optimized and scaled up
- Demonstrated ~ 10,000X enrichment and improved detection sensitivities
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: Gas phase separations, physical chemistry; system automation.
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Contact: Thomas Zemanian
